State Policy Manager

Seven Days Jobs; Montpelier (VT); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Vermont seeks a State Policy Manager to advance mental health and disability services. This role involves shaping state policy, enhancing funding, and forming partnerships for sustainable care. Ideal for a passionate policy expert ready to influence community-based initiatives.

Benefits

Generous paid leave and holidays

Health, dental, life insurance

3% retirement match

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in state policy and community-based services.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Passion for advancing mental health and disability advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead state-driven policy efforts for community organizations.
• Monitor and influence administrative policies.
• Collaborate with state officials and coalitions.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Policy Analysis

Community Engagement

Education

Master's degree in public policy or related field

Job description

We are seeking a strategic, experienced, and mission-driven State Policy Manager to lead and coordinate state-driven policy efforts in Vermont for a network of community-based organizations providing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. This position plays a critical role in monitoring and influencing administrative policies, enhancing funding and regulatory environments, and helping to shape a sustainable and equitable system of care. The Manager will work closely with the rest of the VCP team, VCP network agencies, state officials, statewide coalitions, and national partners to ensure a responsive, person-centered, and sustainable system of care across Vermont. This is an exciting opportunity for a policy expert who is passionate about advancing community-based services and who thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Compensation

• Salary commensurate with experience starting at $87,000
• Generous paid leave and holidays
• Health, dental, life insurance
• 3% retirement match
• Flexible work environment with hybrid options
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership in statewide policy initiatives

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Cathy Aikman.

Application deadline: June 30, 2025